New Male Patient: Hormone Treatment Pathology Guideline
If you are are a new patient receiving treatment for Male Hormone Therapy, please follow the instructions below in order to complete your required pathology ​testing (bloods) and ensure accurate results. If you have any questions on the process, please do not hesitate to reach out to us on support@thefunctionaldoctors.com.au, and our team will be glad to help
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Instructions For Male Hormone Pathology*Please Read Carefully Before Proceeding*
The pathology forms attached below are specifically for use with Australian Clinical Labs, and cannot be uploaded to any other pathology-testing providers. If you download these forms and present them to another third party pathology-testing provider, it is highly likely that you will pay a significantly higher rate for your blood test results.
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Why has The Functional Doctors partnered with Australian Clinical Labs (ACL)?
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TFD has partnered with ACL as they are the largest pathology testing network in Australia
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Whilst TFD is not involved directly in testing (ACL own all blood testing) we have negotiated significantly improved rates for our patients compared to RRP.
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What should I do if I cannot access Clinical Labs for any reason, or if I need to provide blood results from a different source?
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If you are in a rural area and there are no Clinical Labs near you, please contact us for a different form & instructions. You can reach us at support@thefunctionaldoctors.com.au or call us on 1800 370 690.
Male Hormone Pathology: 2-Day Testing Explained
Men's testosterone levels fluctuate naturally throughout the day and from day to day. By conducting tests for total testosterone and free testosterone on different days, healthcare providers can account for these variations, ensuring a more accurate assessment of hormonal status over time.
Therefore, new male patients wishing to be assessed for symptoms of hormone imbalance need to have the following blood tests done on 2 separate days, at least 1 day apart, to be assessed by the doctor at their initial consultation.For all future consultations patients will just need blood tested on one day as usual
HRT Pathology Test 1: to be completed minimum 24 hours before Pathology 2
1. Download & print pathology form (Note: you cannot use form from phone, it must be printed)
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2. Attend your nearest Clinical Labs (Click here for locations)
HRT Pathology Test 2: to be completed minimum 24 hours after Pathology 1
1. Download & print pathology form (Note: you cannot use form from phone, it must be printed)
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2. Attend your nearest Clinical Labs (Click here for locations)
Pathology: mandatory instructions
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Avoid strenuous exercise for 24 hours prior
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Fast from 10pm the night before (Excluding water)
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Ensure you drink plenty of water the morning prior to obtaining your blood test
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Do not take supplements containing biotin (B7) for two days prior to this test
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For an accurate PSA result, you should NOT have an active urinary infection, ejaculated, or exercised heavily in the last 48 hours; had a prostate biopsy in the last 6 weeks or had a digital rectal examination in the last week.
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Note for patients receiving treatment for​ hormone replacement therapy only: Have the blood drawn on the day your next dose is due, but before administering your prescribed HRT medication